What if we were given a chance to design a new school from scratch? Create stimulating education models, unlike a teacher in front of a classroom lecturing 25 seated students. Write a unique curriculum. We could completely re-imagine what’s good education? What kind of schools would we make?
One person came up with an intriguing answer – Diane Tavenner, founder of Summit Public Schools. Operates top-performing schools in the US.
Prepared: What Kids Need for a Fulfilled Life, shares how to design a new kind of a charter school with simple yet ambitious goals. “We want to teach kids not just what they need to get into college, but what they need to live a good life”.
Diane explains Summit’s unique model is built on 3 key elements:
Self-directed learning – with support of teachers, students are responsible for setting their own learning goals, developing learning plans, testing knowledge, assessing performance. The personalised learning approach allows students to learn at their own pace. An incredibly important skill that will benefit them through their lives.
Project-based learning – emphasises hands on project based learning. Allows students to dive deep into topics, collaborate with students, build skills that employers need in workplaces.
Mentoring – students have a dedicated mentor. More than a guidance counsellor, meet regularly one-on-one with students. Build a trusted relationship that helps students achieve personal, academic goals.
A blueprint on how parents can stop worrying about children’s future, start helping them prepare. An inspiring, thought provoking read to raise curious, confident kids. A treasure trove of practical wisdom.
